December 29, 2017

Dear Friends, What a special place Epiphany Center is! I have been so blessed by the staff, women and children. Last week, I welcomed the first baby to be born here since I arrived. The baby, his mother, and a couple of the women who were nearby went to the Chapel with me to thank God for his life and...> READ MORE

December 4, 2017

On December 1, Sister Estela Morales walked out of Epiphany Center’s executive office one last time. For the more than a quarter century, she had been a beloved fixture at the agency overseeing programs and services for San Francisco’s most vulnerable women and children. She began working for Epiphany Center in 1989 and had been the Executive...> READ MORE

November 13, 2017

Enjoy the latest issue of the newsletter here. Have you heard? Epiphany Center heads into fall with several exciting changes on the horizon. From an upcoming expansion as a comprehensive recovery campus, and a new online training program, to a leading-edge partnership with Stanford University, a lot is happening at Epiphany --all in the name of...> READ MORE

November 8, 2017

Three cheers for volunteer Cheryl who shares her passion for reading to little ones at Epiphany Center “In between dispensing advice on breast-feeding and immunizations, doctors will tell parents to read aloud to their infants from birth, under a new policy (from the) American Academy of Pediatrics.—New York Times You have been volunteering...> READ MORE

October 3, 2017

Please join us for a very special Fall Reunion Dinner. Thursday, October 26, 2017 from 4:30p.m. - 6:30p.m. Epiphany Center 100 Masonic Avenue Epiphany Center graduates and clients are welcome to join in the fun and fellowship. RSVP to (415) 567-8370 x4297. > READ MORE

August 3, 2017

On a beautiful foggy summer day, Pastor Nick Parsons, Director John Hamilton and members of Redemption Church came out to clean up our community vegetable garden. Because of their incredibly hard work we are on our way toward our goal of increasing our planting area to include a larger selection of fresh vegetables! All are welcome...> READ MORE

December 21, 2016

They say the holiday season is the season of giving, and that couldn’t be more true for us here at Epiphany Center. We feel the warm embrace of a compassionate community and we want to share with you the gifts of generosity we’ve received this holiday season. In the month of December, our conference room was transformed into the Christmas...> READ MORE

December 9, 2016

On December 6th, friends new and old gathered at our very own Epiphany Center for a holiday inspired afternoon tea, our first O'Christmas Tea. The halls were bustling with smiling faces as guests shopped our charming holiday gift boutique, featuring local artisan crafts from Cookie and the Dude, Greetings from Pearl, Beksan Designs,...> READ MORE

November 21, 2016

Almost 10 years ago Gwen* entered Epiphany’s doors with the dream of getting her young daughter back in her life. Today, Gwen lives a life that she never realized was possible. She manages a leading pain management corporation and gets to watch her daughter grow into a talented, beautiful young woman. Gwen is still giving back to the community,...> READ MORE

November 16, 2016

The walls of Epiphany Center’s Pediatric Clinic are covered in photos of smiling faces. Children of all ages, happy families, and life-long patients--these photos are a testament to the compassionate care that Dr. Clem Donahue, MD and Melissa Belbahri, NP have provided since 1995. In 1997, Dr. Clem was invited to join Epiphany’s clinic, a...> READ MORE

November 14, 2016

Philanthropy is “the love of humankind,” and 11/15 is National Philanthropy Day--a day where we are celebrating the gift of giving back to humanity with a special donor spotlight: Zvi Danenberg is one of Epiphany Center’s most dedicated monthly donors. At 91 years young, former science and physics teacher, Zvi, inspires...> READ MORE

October 17, 2016

Recovery Counselor Renae Johnson, MPS, PCCi, ATR facilitates individual and group therapy with Epiphany Center’s clients in the women’s Recovery Program. For over a year now, she has worked with our clients to explore their current state of recovery, and to help them heal from past wounds so that they can meet their future goals. ...> READ MORE

September 27, 2016

Last week, Epiphany’s staff was treated to a Filipino feast of pancit (Filipino noodles), camaron rebosado (battered shrimp), chicken afritada (stew) and lumpia (spring rolls), prepared by our very own receptionists Claire and Cora, to celebrate their 10 year anniversary of working at the front desk at Epiphany Center. Claire and Cora are...> READ MORE

September 26, 2016

We are celebrating National Recovery Month with a series of transformational stories from Epiphany’s Recovery Program graduates. You’ve heard from Tracy*, now meet Paige*, a woman who once lived in fear but found faith and a support system of loving women at Epiphany Center: I used to be homeless. Sometimes I stayed...> READ MORE

September 20, 2016

In honor of National Recovery Month this September, we want to share a story of transformation from one of Epiphany’s Recovery Program alums. Meet Tracy*, a proud but humble woman who radiates joy and compassion. Tracy has a full time job at UCSF, she’s got her own apartment, a wonderful relationship with her children...> READ MORE

August 18, 2016

We're Celebrating our agency's 164th birthday! Because of supporters like you, we've been able to evolve with the needs of our beloved San Francisco community since 1852. We've stood the test of time through cholera outbreaks, fires, floods and earthquakes. Thank you for believing in our mission! We honored our legacy with a fun...> READ MORE

August 11, 2016

Over fifty one years ago, Marion and her husband Alan were enjoying a pleasant life together as educators. “We were totally happy, living a nice life”, says Marion, “but we started to think, what about the future? What about family gatherings and holidays? What happens when we get sick and grow old?” So, they decided to pursue...> READ MORE

August 8, 2016

Reading is essential to brain development and mental stimulation for all ages. Books help us make sense of the world around us, and offer new insights on our experiences. Reading increases our vocabulary, imagination and creativity. Plus reading is one of the best ways to reduce stress, offering a mini escape into a new world of ideas and possibilities....> READ MORE

July 22, 2016

At Epiphany Center, we strive to create a strong, healthy relationship between mother and child. We work with pregnant women, as well as children newborn to 3 years of age and their mothers, to ensure healthy development. In honor of National Purposeful Parenting Month, here are our top tips for purposeful parenting from Epiphany’s very own experts:...> READ MORE

July 19, 2016

How does one become a butterfly? You must want to fly so much that you give up being a caterpillar. ~Trina Paulus On a beautiful sunny afternoon in June, friends, family, the Ladies of Charity, the Epiphany League, sponsors, and staff gathered to celebrate the metamorphosis of two extraordinary women who have graduated from Epiphany Center’s...> READ MORE

July 7, 2016

Diane Blackman has served on the Epiphany League since 2010. A 3rd generation San Franciscan, Diane started her service work early following her parent’s example. At the age of just 10 years old, she gathered the neighborhood kids together and put on a play in her garage, donating the ticket sales to the Red Cross. She’s used...> READ MORE

June 28, 2016

Epiphany Center’s mission is rooted in the values of St. Vincent De Paul, a 17th century French Roman Catholic priest who devoted his life to serving the poor in the name of compassion, kindness and humility. Epiphany Center was blessed this year with a volunteer from The Vincentian Service Corp West. In the spirit of St. Vincent De Paul, Vincentian...> READ MORE

June 24, 2016

We had the exciting opportunity to chat with Epiphany League member, Pam McKulla. Born in the small farming town of Manteca in the Central Valley, Pam now lives in Orinda with her husband Bob, their golden retriever, Riley and their turtle, Flash. They have a private winery, named Turtle Crossing by their son, where Bob picks and crushes grapes to bottle...> READ MORE

June 17, 2016

June is National Home Safety Month! Epiphany's In-Home Services program has a dedicated team of National SafeCare Training and Research Center certified providers who visit at-risk families in their homes to conduct Home Safety training. By identifying and eliminating environmental and health hazards in the home, our SafeCare Providers are reducing...> READ MORE

May 12, 2016

Over the years, Epiphany Center's Fund A Need has raised nearly $100,000 for Epiphany Center’s programs! This is Epiphany Center's outdoor space. Last year's Fund A Need gave us the opportunity to plant seeds, and now our community garden is thriving. Last fall, Academy of Art students painted a spectacular mural on the wall facing...> READ MORE

May 2, 2016

1. How long have you been with Epiphany Center, and how did you choose to volunteer your time on behalf of the women and children of Epiphany Center? February marked my third year of volunteering at Epiphany Center. When I was in my twenties, I worked with children at Florence Crittenton, which was a group home for teenage mothers and their infants and...> READ MORE

April 13, 2016

It's National Volunteer Week and we're shining the spotlight on one of Epiphany's Parent-Child Center's fantastic volunteers: Cheryl. Volunteers are the roots of community, and we want to give a big thank you to Cheryl & the rest of Epiphany's volunteers--we couldn't do this work without Y-O-U! 1. How long have...> READ MORE

April 7, 2016

April is National Alcohol Awareness Month & National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Alcohol is the most commonly used addictive substance in the U.S. One in every 12 adults suffers from alcohol abuse or dependence. More than 7 million children live in a household where at least one parent is dependent on or has abused alcohol. Epiphany Center’s...> READ MORE

April 5, 2016

This year marks 110 years... since San Francisco was ravaged by an infamous earthquake that caused devastating fires to burn out of control for several days. As a result, over 3,000 people died and over 80% of our beautiful city was destroyed. The events of April 1906 are remembered as one of the worst and deadliest natural disasters in the history...> READ MORE

March 30, 2016

In honor of National Volunteer Month in April, we're shining the spotlight on Epiphany League member Nan Bouton! 1. When did your interest in service come about? I’ve been volunteering ever since I was a kid. I was a candy striper in a hospital in high school. I was on my children’s school board when they were young. There...> READ MORE

February 18, 2016

For the next 5 months, staff is celebrating Epiphany Center's Core Values. January was Inventiveness to Infinity. It’s all about creativity, innovation and collaboration! This core value reminds us to strive to be continuously resourceful and creative. The goal is to work together to form collaborative partnerships to discover innovative solutions...> READ MORE

February 12, 2016

On January 29th 2016, Epiphany Center’s community of clients, staff, family and friends came together in celebration of the perseverance and success of three outstanding, strong women. These women made a commitment to themselves and their families to choose a better life, and did the hard work it requires to graduate from the agency’s Residential...> READ MORE

January 21, 2016

1. When did your interest in service come about? My interest in service began at an early age. My mother volunteered her time in support of the elderly and disabled children in our area. During the holidays, we would bring cupcakes and other goodies to Senior citizens and plan little parties for children with disabilities. I especially remember Halloween....> READ MORE

October 30, 2015

1. How long have you been with Epiphany Center and what drew you to the agency? I started working for Epiphany on April 27, 2015 and it has been almost 6 months. I’ve always wanted to work with different families, especially children and Epiphany Center has given me the opportunity to do what I wanted. I get to meet families in all...> READ MORE

October 30, 2015

We’re celebrating National Philanthropy Day on November 15th by wishing big thanks to all of Epiphany Center’s kindhearted volunteers, donors, community supporters, funders, the Epiphany League, and the Ladies of Charity. We could not continue empowering hundreds of women and children without each one of you. Why do you give back? “I...> READ MORE

October 30, 2015

In honor of National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, we are thinking about what we are grateful for, sharing our compassion for our neighbors experiencing homelessness, and cheering on those like Janet who, given a second chance, are rising above the past and building successful futures. "When I first came to Epiphany, I was such a different...> READ MORE

October 13, 2015

1. When did your interest in service come about? In high school, I attended St Vincent's Academy in Shreveport, Louisiana, run by the Daughters of the Cross. In the entryway of the high school stood a statue of St Vincent de Paul, patron saint of the order. St Vincent's emphasis on person to person service to individuals in...> READ MORE

October 7, 2015

After 23 years of outstanding service to the agency’s children, Sister Fran is retiring. Epiphany staff gathered on September 29, 2015 to celebrate her decades of caring for the city’s most vulnerable families and to wish her well on her next adventure. From her infectious laugh often heard echoing down the hallways...> READ MORE

September 23, 2015

Epiphany Center honored the many volunteer members of the Auxiliary, Epiphany League, and Ladies of Charity with Afternoon Tea! The event, replete with scones, petit fours, finger sandwiches, fascinators, and pots of piping hot tea, was created to thank these amazing ladies for their combined nearly century of service to the agency’s children and...> READ MORE

September 10, 2015

Compassion is important to me, but being an art therapist I am greatly connected to the healing power of creativity. It is often in our states of play, flow, and imagination that growth is able to flourish and wounds can begin to heal. 1. How long have you been with Epiphany Center and what drew you to the agency?...> READ MORE

September 3, 2015

Join us in honoring #National Recovery Month and celebrating Epiphany’s women choosing the path of transformation and hope. In the words of one of Epiphany’s clients, “Epiphany has changed my life in many ways but the biggest and most important change to me is it gave me hope. Hope that I might have another chance at life. Before...> READ MORE

August 3, 2015

On June 20, 2015, ten toddlers and their moms from Epiphany’s Family Enrichment Project enjoyed an exciting field trip to the Bay Area Discovery Museum. “We’re so grateful to the museum for their donation of tickets for our families,” said Molly Enzminger, FEP’s Project Coordinator. Aligned with FEP’s aim to...> READ MORE

July 31, 2015

"What did the carrot say to the wheat? Lettuce rest, I'm feeling beet."- Shel Silverstein Thanks to generous support from the Celebrating Mothers Luncheon Fund A Need and NanoFarms’ urban farming experts, Epiphany’s new Community Garden is beginning to blossom. Carefully tended to by the women throughout the week, summer crops of...> READ MORE

July 30, 2015

1. How long have you been with Epiphany Center and what drew you to the agency? I will be making my two year mark in August here at Epiphany. For interview preparation, I read about the agency, what services it provides, and the mission statement that we all know and love. It was this mission to strengthen families that just really stood out to...> READ MORE

July 30, 2015

The Ladies of Charity have been a wonderful community partner to Epiphany Center. Originally founded in 1617 by St. Vincent de Paul, the Ladies responded to the needs of the destitute in seventeenth century France. Today, their dedication to service and their simple gestures of kindness make a lasting difference in the lives of Epiphany’s...> READ MORE

July 21, 2015

National Purposeful Parenting Month in July is aimed at building strong, positive relationships between parents and their children. Parenting under the best of circumstances can be daunting; parenting while struggling with recovery, finding housing, and gaining employment can feel downright impossible. Epiphany provides at-risk women and children...> READ MORE

July 16, 2015

1. When did your interest in service come about? In 1985, I initially began volunteering with the Children’s Theater Association of San Francisco (CTA). The CTA was established in 1934 as a nonprofit organization comprised of all volunteers dedicated to providing live musical theatre for thousands of children throughout the San Francisco...> READ MORE

June 30, 2015

On June 25, 2015, Epiphany clients, staff, friends, family, and well-wishers gathered together to celebrate the remarkable achievements of six courageous women who overcame so much in their lives and graduated from the agency’s Residential Recovery Program. Each new alum had the opportunity to share something of their story that gave a glimpse...> READ MORE

June 18, 2015

1.. How long have you been working with Epiphany Center and what drew you to the agency? I have been with Epiphany for five months and was drawn to the agency after learning about the mission and vision. Since I was a teenager, I have been passionate about helping others who have had to overcome several obstacles in their lives. I feel very deeply about...> READ MORE

June 18, 2015

Why did you choose to work at Epiphany Center and what do you like most about working at the agency? I chose to work at the Epiphany Center because I had heard of the great work everyone was doing for mothers and their children. I like how everyone works together to reunite the mother and her child. What I enjoy most about working at Epiphany is how...> READ MORE

June 5, 2015

New Epiphany Classes Empower Women with Courtesy, Consideration, Humility and Humor Author of Don’t Burp in the Boardroom – Your Guide to Handling Uncommonly Common Workplace Dilemmas, Rosalinda Randall is a popular etiquette expert who recently began teaching weekly classes for the women of Epiphany Center. Randall has been...> READ MORE

May 15, 2015

1. When did your interest in service come about? I learned as a child from my family that we all have an obligation to help others in any way that we can. I learned that joining service organizations is important, as is being kind to others in all of your interactions. 2. How did you decide to choose to volunteer your time on behalf of Epiphany Center?...> READ MORE

May 5, 2015

Suzy is a board member of the San Francisco Childcare Provider Association and recently received well-deserved recognition from Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi and the S.F. Board of Supervisors on behalf of all of our wonderful childcare providers for their outstanding contributions to the community. During National Week of the Young Child from April 12 -19,...> READ MORE

April 17, 2015

These wonderful women helped Epiphany’s clients paint beautiful vases and shared a lovely lunch. Originally founded by St. Vincent de Paul, the Ladies responded to the needs of the destitute and needy in seventeenth century France. Today, their dedication to service makes a lasting difference in the lives of Epiphany’s women. > READ MORE

April 16, 2015

Epiphany Infant Massage Soothes Little Ones and Moms “Being touched and caressed, being massaged, is food for the infant. Food as necessary as minerals, vitamins, and proteins.”– Dr. Frederick Leboyer Infant massage has been offered to little ones at Epiphany Center since 1992. True to the agency’s mission to meet clients’...> READ MORE

March 19, 2015

“Wow! That chocolate mint is strong,” declared a surprised woman nibbling on a few just plucked leaves. Volunteer cooking instructor Lynne Burrell nodded her head in agreement as she motioned to the other eight women to cut their own sprigs from the redwood planter box packed with a variety of aromatic, tender greens. Epiphany...> READ MORE

March 18, 2015

Epiphany League Member Christie McRae Kirmse 1. When did your interest in service come about? My first volunteer experience was when I was 13. My mother was the head of the Volunteer Bureau in Topeka, KS, where I grew up. In 1966, a tornado decimated our city I spent the days after the disaster on a food truck serving meals to families...> READ MORE

March 8, 2015

Today we're celebrating International Women's Day with a shout out to our fearless female founders, the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul. Just over 162 years ago, seven Sisters traveled from Maryland to San Francisco where they founded Mount St. Joseph St. Elizabeth, now called Epiphany Center, to care for the city’s orphans...> READ MORE

February 25, 2015

1.Welcome to Epiphany Center. You are new to the agency, but I understand you have been working in a similar capacity for many years. How long have you been working in the social justice arena on behalf of women and what have you been doing? For many years, I have had the honor and privilege to work with women coming out of jail and prison in unearthing...> READ MORE

February 18, 2015

San Francisco Quilters Guild has a long history of sharing colorful handmade quilts with family, friends and the larger community. Their wonderful Community Outreach Program participants donate their time and talent to create beautiful quilts for many of the city’s nonprofit organizations including Epiphany Center. “The quilts hold...> READ MORE

February 12, 2015

“Not flesh of my flesh. Not bone of my bone. But still miraculously my own. And never forget for a minute. You were not born under my heart. You were born in my heart.”--Unknown Strengthening Families One of the main reasons I decided to volunteer for Epiphany Center is that the agency’s mission of strengthening families is very close...> READ MORE

February 5, 2015

On behalf of Epiphany’s women and children, many thanks to Nathaniel Corley and his San Francisco Boy Scout Troop 14 for their hard work and thoughtful planning to handcraft a gorgeous redwood planter box packed with fresh oregano, thyme, chocolate mint, rosemary, and more. Epiphany’s women are already enjoying plucking handfuls of...> READ MORE

February 3, 2015

On January 29, 2015, Epiphany Center staff, clients, family, and friends came together to honor eight very special women who graduated from the agency’s life-changing recovery program. Prior to coming to Epiphany, the women, many of them mothers were struggling with addiction, homelessness, abuse, and poverty. “When I walked through...> READ MORE

January 9, 2015

1. When did your interest in service come about? I have done volunteer work throughout my life. Volunteering was just something that my family did as I was growing up. 2. Favorite memory, either with the League or Epiphany Center? I think the celebrations with the clients are my favorite memories. I especially enjoy the annual Mother’s Day...> READ MORE

January 9, 2015

Pope Francis recently revealed his top ten secrets to happiness... VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Slowing down, being generous and fighting for peace are part of Pope Francis' secret recipe for happiness. In an interview published in part in the Argentine weekly Viva on July 27, the pope listed his Top 10 tips for bringing greater joy to one's life:...> READ MORE

December 22, 2014

We would like to give a big SHOUT OUT of thanks to our new friend, Tania, acclaimed author of “The Fire Didn’t Burn Us.” Tania touched the hearts of Epiphany’s women when she recently spoke about the “power of following one’s calling” at the annual client Christmas Celebration. Passionate about helping...> READ MORE

December 17, 2014

1. When did your interest in service come about? My mother was a stay-at-home mom so she spent many hours volunteering for our schools and other charities. I naturally followed her lead and have always felt it was important to be a productive member of society either by working or volunteering. 2. How did you decide to choose to volunteer your time on...> READ MORE

December 15, 2014

As the year comes to a close, we are thinking about how grateful we are to you. Your gifts to Epiphany Center, no matter the size, made tangible and sustainable impacts on hundreds of struggling women and children. How grateful are we? Let us count the… 12 Ways You Gave One graduate training to become a court reporter Two new Family Enrichment...> READ MORE

December 8, 2014

On November 19, 2014, Epiphany staff celebrated the exciting opening of the new Family Enrichment Project with a Fall Open House for the public. Tots played to their hearts content, and parents sipped hot chocolate and warm apple cider while learning more about the agency's newest program designed to strengthen at-risk families. The interactive...> READ MORE

December 2, 2014

Start the holiday season right by joining in #Giving Tuesday, a global day dedicated to giving back on December 2nd. You have already helped Epiphany’s at-risk families create extraordinary changes in their lives. With just a few minutes of your time, you can help us continue empowering hundreds of San Francisco’s most vulnerable women and...> READ MORE

November 14, 2014

November 15th is a special day to recognize the great contributions of philanthropy -- and those people active in the philanthropic community -- to the enrichment of our world. In 1936, Franklin Roosevelt told a national convention that faith, hope, and charity should be the watchwords of American progress. And then he added: “Charity – in...> READ MORE

November 7, 2014

SHOP TO BUILD A BRIGHTER SAN FRANCISCO COMMUNITY Just in time for the holiday season, Epiphany Lights beeswax candles are now available online, onsite, and at Rainbow Grocery. Handcrafted by San Francisco women in recovery, each honeycomb, handrolled candle you purchase helps change the lives of the City’s most vulnerable women and children. > READ MORE

November 5, 2014

Clean out your Home and Raise Funds for Epiphany’s Families Bring your clean, gently-used adult clothing, shoes, furniture, and housewares to Community Thrift, and the store will donate 30%- 40% of the resale value to Epiphany! Visit communitythriftsf.org for a list of welcome donations that sell. Items can be dropped off at Epiphany Center or...> READ MORE

October 26, 2014

When you sign up with www.eScrip.com and choose Epiphany Center as your beneficiary, each time you shop at hundreds of participating online retailers, a portion of proceeds automatically will be donated to support the center’s programs serving at-risk women and children. eScrip features hundreds of your favorite online merchants including the following:...> READ MORE

October 16, 2014

DOUBLE DELIGHT! Celebrate National Pizza Month and Help At-Risk Families Build Brighter Futures October 29, 2014 Calling all Epiphany Center friends, colleagues, and supporters! On October 29, 2014, Patxi's Pizza Hayes Valley will donate 10% of the entire day's sales to Epiphany Center. This is a wonderful way to enjoy a delicious meal...> READ MORE

October 15, 2014

Bay Area-based non-profit Raising a Reader is an early literacy program that helps promote family engagement and bonding with their children. Raising A Reader’s program model is based on 25 years of academic research, and another ten years of program evaluation research, that shows the relationship between a child being read to at home before...> READ MORE

October 13, 2014

Thank you Catholic San Francisco for featuring Sister Estela’s 25th Year Anniversary September 12, 2014 Women religious celebrate milestones EPIPHANY CENTER: Daughter of Charity Sister Estela Morales has been coming to the aid of mothers and children at risk at her community’s Epiphany Center for 25 years. Sister Estela has been executive...> READ MORE

October 8, 2014

Following months of thoughtful planning, in October 2014, the new Epiphany Family Enrichment Project opened its doors. Carefully designed to help create positive futures for children, parents, and the community, the project is spearheaded by Molly Enzminger who recently earned her master’s degree in Infant Mental Health from Mills College. ...> READ MORE

October 1, 2014

At-Risk Women’s Business Cooperative to Brighten Holidays - New Handcrafted Epiphany Lights Candles Coming Soon! We’re excited to unveil a new all natural Epiphany Lights Holiday Candle Collection, handmade by the agency’s women. The limited edition beeswax tapers soon will be available in an array of festive hues including ivory,...> READ MORE

September 18, 2014

Celebrating 25 Years of Outstanding Service Benefiting our City’s Women and Children The surprise celebration of Epiphany Center Executive Director Sister Estela Morales’ 25th Year Anniversary serving at-risk women and children took place on September 5, 2014. San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee issued an official certificate of honor, and over 50...> READ MORE

September 11, 2014

1. When did your interest in service come about? I think I must have absorbed an interest in service from my parents because I cannot remember a time I was not involved in some modest service work. I was a girl scout in elementary school, participated in projects in Washington D.C. as a member of a service club in high school, worked for welfare agencies...> READ MORE

August 25, 2014

Deborah White, who initially began working at Epiphany Center as a case worker providing parents with the resources to keep their families together, is now the Director of In-Home Services. What are you working on at Epiphany Center? In-Home Services helps parents at risk of losing their children to the child welfare system. We utilize an evidence-based...> READ MORE

August 18, 2014

Today, we are celebrating the agency's birthday! For 162 years, we have been helping San Francisco's most vulnerable women and children to build brighter futures for themselves and the community. We could not continue to make such a difference in the lives of so many without the generosity and kindness of our amazing volunteers and donors. Their...> READ MORE

August 14, 2014

Brenda MacLean, Development Chair of the Epiphany League and Epiphany Center Board Member is one of the agency’s longest-serving, most dedicated volunteers. Passionate about giving back to the Bay Area community, Brenda has a master’s degree in counseling psychology and volunteers as a bereavement counselor on behalf of Marin Suicide Prevention...> READ MORE

August 12, 2014

Born August 12, 1591, Saint Louise de Marillac was the co-founder, with St. Vincent de Paul, of the Daughters of Charity who founded Mount St. Joseph-St. Elizabeth now known as Epiphany Center. The patron saint of social workers, she was way ahead of her time, caring for the poor. Today, she serves as such an inspiration to all of us here at Epiphany...> READ MORE

August 11, 2014

“As a social worker, I am wed to advocacy for the poor…I feel grateful for all the stressors with which I do not have to cope as well as the nurturing and support I have received from parents and role models,” says Diane Scarritt. A licensed clinical social worker who has years of experience helping at-risk children and...> READ MORE

August 7, 2014

August 9th is National Book Lovers' Day. What a wonderful holiday! To celebrate the day, be sure to check out Epiphany Center staff’s list of inspirational books by or about amazing women: My Beloved World by Sonia Sotamayor The Color Purple by Alice Walker The Help by Kathryn Stockett Bossy Pants by Tina Fey I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings...> READ MORE

August 6, 2014

It was with great sadness that we learned of Mary Barry’s passing away on September 2, 2013. Friends, family, and colleagues will join together on Saturday, August 30, 2014 to celebrate Mary’s remarkable spirit of kindness and compassion. A passionate champion for the rights of children, Mary served as program supervisor for the Daughters...> READ MORE

August 4, 2014

1. What are you working on at Epiphany Center? I serve over sixty children and women at the Epiphany Center Pediatric Clinic alongside our pediatrician Dr. Clem Donahue. Many children are welcome at the clinic for primary care including the residential children, the kids from the Parent-Child Care Center, and former clients’ children. I handle...> READ MORE

July 28, 2014

On July 23, 2014, Epiphany Center staff gathered to celebrate three women who had successfully completed the agency’s new eight-week Circle of Security program. A relationship based early intervention program, Circle of Security helps parents see their children’s emotional needs and reflect on their own responses to those needs. “I...> READ MORE

July 21, 2014

July 15, 2014

1. When did your interest in service come about? Epiphany Center supporters Brenda MacLean and Lisa Gruber encouraged me to get involved about eight years ago knowing I like to help people in need. I attended the Benefit Party & Show and that was all it took… 2. How did you decide to choose to volunteer your time on behalf of Epiphany...> READ MORE

July 14, 2014

July is National Purposeful Parenting Month, an ideal time to focus on nurturing strong, positive relationships with your young children. No small feat. It can be challenging to put aside other responsibilities in order to be fully present, letting your baby or child know through your actions and words that they come first. Epiphany...> READ MORE

July 1, 2014

Strengthening families is at the heart of our mission. So, we are excited to kick off National Positive Parenting Month by shining a spotlight on Epiphany Center Parenting Counselor Cheryl Sundheim. Throughout July, we will be sharing the latest science-backed parenting tips and expert interviews to help build strong, positive families. How long...> READ MORE

June 19, 2014

How did you initially become interested in helping the at-risk women and children at Epiphany Center? I became interested in Epiphany Center and the Epiphany League after attending several of the Benefit Party & Shows, both in San Francisco and Mill Valley. I remember enjoying meeting several of the nuns, the staff, and volunteers at these...> READ MORE

June 16, 2014

This week, we mark National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month and Summer Solstice with five easy tips for including more fresh seasonal produce in your eating plan. 1. Wake up with Fruit: Make a habit of adding fruit – fresh, frozen, or dried – to your morning cereal, yogurt, or waffles. 2. Pizza Pizzazz: Top your pizza with lots of veggies....> READ MORE

June 9, 2014

June is the start of summer. What comes with the warmer months? Fresh produce! June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month, a great time to consider adding more vibrant vegetables and sweet, juicy fruits to your family’s meals. Brimming with health benefits, fresh produce is packed with potent vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Nature’s...> READ MORE

May 23, 2014

This week, we celebrate National Mental Health Month with “Beth”, a former agency client who transformed what began as a chaotic childhood into a fulfilling career giving back to the community as a yoga instructor. Click here to learn how this Laughing Lotus Yoga expert embraces discipline while following her bliss. She participated in the...> READ MORE

May 19, 2014

In honor of National Mental Health Month, we encourage everyone to learn steps they can take to protect their mental health, and balance mind and body. We interviewed Epiphany Center’s Family Treatment Center Director and clinical psychologist, Dr. Linda Perez, PhD for her sought-after advice. 1. “Be in relationship,” says Dr. Perez....> READ MORE

May 14, 2014

May is National Mental Health Month. This year’s theme, Mind Your Health, calls us to be aware of the importance of caring for our mental health as a key part of our overall vitality and creating a full and productive life. To kick things off, we had a rare chance to speak with one of the country’s leading authorities in the mental...> READ MORE

May 13, 2014

Big thanks to Catholic San Francisco for featuring Epiphany Center’s natural beeswax candles, handmade by the women of Epiphany Center and given to attendees of the Celebrating Mothers Luncheon. Read more here. > READ MORE

April 17, 2014

“Creativity is like actively meditating. And, meditation is a proven stress-reducer,” says Melinda Costello, Epiphany Center’s Volunteer Jewelry Making Teacher. A dedicated DIY jewelry maker for decades, Melinda harnesses the subtle power of beads and baubles to help the women at Epiphany Center focus on something other than daily...> READ MORE

April 11, 2014

In honor of National Volunteer Month, we are shining a well-deserved spotlight on the generous volunteers who give their time and share their skills with Epiphany Center’s clients. Their genuine care and concern are the heart and soul of Epiphany Center, and we could not do it without them. First up is Lynne Burrell, Epiphany Center’s dynamic...> READ MORE

March 11, 2014, March 11, 2014

Epiphany Center held its 17th annual Benefit Party and Show Start Spreadin' the News! on March 11th in San Francisco. Attendees enjoyed a Kander and Ebb musical review from incredibly talented volunteers. Many people came together to support life-changing services for women, children, and families. We thank Epiphany League members, who planned the...> READ MORE

January 30, 2014, March 10, 2014

Twice a year Epiphany Center holds a graduation for women who have completed the Residential Recovery program. On January 30, 2014, clients, staff, family and friends gathered together to celebrate the remarkable strength and dedication of an amazing young woman who transformed her life during her stay at Epiphany Center. Before entering...> READ MORE

November 21, 2013, November 27, 2013

On Thursday, November 21st, Epiphany Center employees and clients, as well as the Ladies of Charity, gathered in the dining hall to share a meal of Thanksgiving. Every year, Vocational Coordinator Karen Banks works with Epiphany Center’s Residential Recovery clients to cook a traditional Thanksgiving meal for about sixty people. This year, the...> READ MORE